Obituary of Derek James Hartwell

HARTWELL, Derek James

December 26, 1926 – July 17, 2017

With sadness in our hearts we announce the peaceful passing of Derek James at the Hamilton General Hospital at the age of 90. Beloved husband of the late Bethia (1995). Predeceased by his son Ian James (1976). He will be lovingly remembered by his son Graham and his wife Paula. Cherished grandfather of Laura and Charlotte and granddog Ranger. Dear brother of Alan and Barbara of England, Janet (Ken) and Valerie (Ian) of Australia. Derek was born and raised in London, England. He served with the British Forces in a peacekeeping role in Cyprus and Palestine. Derek immigrated to Canada with his wife Bethia in 1954. He was a dedicated machinist at Stelco for 30 years. Special thanks to everyone at Caroline Place and to Dr. Flett and the wound team. Cremation has taken place. Friends will be received at the Donald V. Brown Funeral Home, 36 Lake Avenue Drive, Stoney Creek on Sunday, July 23, 2017 from 12 noon until the time of Memorial Service at 1 p.m. in the Funeral Home Chapel. In lieu of flowers, donations to Mission Services or the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family. Notes of sympathy and condolence may be left at www.donaldvbrown.ca